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iPhone 15 Pro Models to Start at 128GB, Feature Upgraded Specs But Higher Prices

  • iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will start with 128GB base storage, not upgraded 256GB as expected

  • Cheapest iPhone 15 Pro models could cost over $1,000, 1TB models up to $1,700

  • Pro models get 8GB RAM, titanium chassis, 3nm A17 chip, Thunderbolt 4 ports

  • Pro Max has exclusive 10x optical zoom camera but stock will be very limited

  • Bigger iPhone redesign with potentially improved storage is tipped for 2024

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The upcoming Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to feature a titanium frame, a 48MP camera with enhanced zoom capabilities, a faster A17 Bionic chipset, and a potential price hike of $100 to $200 compared to its predecessor.
The upcoming iPhone 15 series is rumored to feature a switch from Lightning to USB-C ports, a design with skinnier bezels and a Dynamic Island cutout, easier repairability, upgraded ultra wideband for integration with Apple's AR headset, 15-watt wireless charging, a periscope-style telephoto lens, solid-state buttons for the Pro models, increased RAM for the Pro models, and potential price increases, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max possibly receiving a $100 to $200 price hike.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to have a smaller battery capacity than previously rumored, but the use of a 3nm fabrication process and stacked battery technology could still improve battery life by up to 20%.
The iPhone 15 Pro and ā€ŒiPhone 15 Proā€Œ Max are expected to have a $100 price increase over the current models, according to analyst Dan Ives, but promotional activities and discounts from U.S. carriers are likely to drive sales and offset potential resistance.
Apple has tested multiple storage and RAM configurations for the iPhone 15 Pro, including options from different vendors and two RAM configurations, but it is unclear which ones will be used in the final production units. The iPhone 15 Pro will also feature an upgraded A17 SoC, a titanium frame, USB-C, and a periscope zoom lens.
Verizon is offering new customers and existing customers adding a new line the opportunity to get the iPhone 15 Pro for free or up to $1,000 off any iPhone 15 model with a trade-in, while existing customers can upgrade and get up to $830 off the new iPhone 15 lineup with select trade-in on qualified Unlimited plans; Verizon is also offering deals on Apple Watch Series 9 and accessories.
The new iPhone 15 models, featuring aesthetic and technological changes including new materials, camera and computing upgrades, and new colors, are available for pre-order, with prices starting at $799 for the base model, and will be released on September 22.
The iPhone 15/15 Plus offer the best features of the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max in a more affordable package, with impressive camera capabilities, good battery life, and a sleek design, making it a compelling upgrade option for iPhone users.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is a significant upgrade from its predecessor, with improvements in design, camera capabilities, and features such as the Action Button and USB-C, making it one of the best smartphones on the market.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max's main camera with its larger sensor and improved exposure captures photos with richer colors, more detail, and better fidelity, making it a significant upgrade from the iPhone 13 Pro Max for photography enthusiasts.